University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: University Apartments

What the Flock?

The UW-Madison Police Department has a new crime-fighting tool in the neighborhood – UWPD recently installed a Flock Safety automated license plate reader (ALPR) camera at the intersection of University Bay Drive and Lake Mendota Drive. Flock cameras have been in the news a bit recently. In the interest of transparency, UWPD recently created an informational web page to relay important information about how the …

Tips for Traffic Stops

Uh-oh, it happened. You see red and blue flashing lights in your vehicle mirrors and hear the familiar tone of a police siren. You’re getting pulled over. What should you do? The answer may be different from what you were taught or your personal experience. University Apartments is a diverse community with residents from across …

Lease Renewal Time: What You Should Know

We hope to begin sending out lease renewal offers to all eligible residents in March of 2026. The lease year for Eagle Heights, Harvey Street Apartments, and University Houses ends on June 30, 2026. When your lease renewal offer is available, you will be sent an email with the link to your online lease renewal in your My UW …

Immigration Guidance and Enforcement Actions

UW-Madison recently released their Spring 2026 Guidance on Federal Immigration Actions. In accordance with that, the UW-Madison Police Department also shared their UWPD Immigration Enforcement Practices: “The UW–Madison Police Department (UWPD) is committed to providing exceptional service to all members of our community, regardless of immigration status. UW–Madison will not disclose the immigration status of its students, faculty, or staff unless required by …

Lake Ice Warning

“No Ice is Safe Ice.” That’s the advice I received from a veteran ice angler many years ago. I think of that every time I consider stepping onto the frozen surface of any body of water. Recent weather events have resulted in deceptive ice conditions on some area lakes. Mixed waves of extreme cold, thawing, rain, …

Staying Warm & Safe in Winter Weather

This week, the winter weather temperature will range from a high of 4°F/-15.556°C to the mid 20s, ending with lower teens.  The following are helpful guidelines for maintaining heat in your apartment, keeping you safe and warm University Apartments is required to follow the State energy conservation guidelines, so our heating systems are set to …

2025 Highlights!

Some of the best memories made are with family, friends, and community! We’ve had quite a few here in University Apartments. Whether it’s the annual prom, trips, programming events, Assembly meetings, or recreational activities, we want to thank you for sharing your smiles, laughter, and good times with us! You are the best part of …

Garden Applications Now Open!

Applications for garden plots at Eagle Heights and University Houses Gardens for the 2026 season are open. Our garden is one of the oldest and largest community gardens in the country. New applications are processed in the order we receive them, so new applicants are encouraged to apply early. Current gardeners must submit renewal applications …

Avast, Ye Porch Pirates!

Package theft is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the United States. So-called ‘porch pirates’ troll neighborhoods looking for easily grabbed boxes and other deliveries, hoping their ‘booty’ contains expensive electronics or other valuable items. What can you do to prevent package theft and help ensure you get what you ordered? Package Lockers – Services …

UW-Madison Finals Week

It’s Finals Week! UW-Madison’s final exams are scheduled from Friday, December 12, to Thursday, December 18, 2025. We want to remind residents that the Community Center has a quiet study area available during business hours:  Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. During the final exam period, the Community Center will have extended hours …